Quality & Reliability Engineer, Medium Voltage | alfanar Electric

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering company in Riyadh is seeking a Design Engineer to enhance the reliability of MV switchgear products. The role involves executing DFMEA, defining Critical-to-Quality parameters, and ensuring compliance with IEC standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2-4 years of experience in a relevant field. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to perform design risk management and compliance to standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead DFMEA preparation and execution for MV switchgear products.
• Ensure compliance with CTQ parameters and IEC standards.
• Collaborate across teams to improve product manufacturability.

Skills

Quality Compliance

Quality Metrics

Engineering Research

Technical Research

Research Design

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant field

Job description

Job Purpose

To strengthen the reliability, manufacturability, and compliance of MV switchgear products through structured design risk management, DFMEA execution, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on integrating Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) parameters, applying Design-to-Manufacturing (DTM) principles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet IEC standards and business objectives.

Key Accountability Areas

Design Risk Management (DFMEA)

• Lead the preparation, execution, and maintenance of Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for MV switchgear products (RMUs, circuit breakers, load break switches, mechanisms, CTs/VTs, and busbars).
• Evaluate severity, occurrence, and detection ratings to drive actionable risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain DFMEA documentation throughout the product lifecycle to support audits and compliance.

Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) and Design Validation

• Define CTQ parameters (dielectric strength, temperature rise, mechanical endurance, interlocking reliability, and safety margins) and integrate them into design requirements.
• Ensure CTQ compliance through type testing, reliability assessments, and validation activities based on IEC 62271 series.

Design-to-Manufacturing (DTM) and Assembly Optimization (DTA)

• Apply DTM/DTA methodologies to optimize product designs for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless industrialization and production readiness.

Design Assurance and Reporting

• Provide structured risk and quality input during design reviews.
• Create dashboards and reports to track DFMEA status, CTQ metrics, and closure of action items.
• Lead workshops and initiatives to strengthen product design robustness and minimize risks.

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report detailing deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Address related problems as they arise and escalate when necessary.

Quality:

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities where possible.

Compliance:

• Adhere to related policies, procedures, and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or any relevant field

Work Experience

2 to 4 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Quality Compliance
• Quality Metrics
• Quality Tools and Techniques
• Engineering Research
• Research Design
• Research Analysis
• Technical Research